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The
Golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur is a microcosmic representation
of India. Delhi is the harmonious osmosis of power and heritage.
Agra is immersed in soft romanticism and Rajasthan confronts you
with its fierce magnificence. The golden triangle has beckoned travellers
for centuries. The sights and the sounds are intrinsically Indian
and something that one can savour for years to come.
The
story of Delhi is about wealth and who held the keys to that wealth.
From the native sons of Hindusthan who fought over it to the foreigners
who plundered, crushed and rebuilt their own Delhi each time. The
British also delivered a blow by changing the capital to Calcutta
(Kolkatta) but later changed back to Delhi in 1911. After independence
a "New Delhi" was crowned the capital of a free India,
fulfilling a destiny that confirmed that history will always be
determined in this city. Spread across the city from the posh colonies
in the south to the unchanged mohallas of the north, Delhi is "both
a trip into the past and a survey of the present."
Agra
is famous the world over as the home of the magnificent Taj Mahal
which is one of the seven wonders of the world. The city is also
laden with smaller architectural treasures. It is famous for marble
carvings, semi-precious stones, and silk embroidery. A charming
city which never ceases to amaze you with its heady mix of history
and culture.
While
Jaipur's attractions are numerous, nothing can beat being on its
princely trail. One can live in the Palaces of erstwhile Maharaja's
which are now converted in to heritage hotels or simply visit the
numerous forts and Palaces which dot this pink city. From the City
Palace to the smaller havelis like Narayan Niwas, each residence
has a grandeur and a majesty which can only be experienced.
For unforgettable memories and enchanting souveniers this is the
India that you cannot miss. A India which breathes with power, culture
and beauty.
DAY
1 Arrival Delhi
Reception at airport and transfer to hotel. Morning free. Afternoon
- combined sightseeing tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit to
New Delhi. See the India Gate, Rastrapati Bhawan and Qutub Minar
- one of the most perfect towers of the Persian world. On visit
to Old Delhi. See the Red Fort, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque
in India) and Raj Ghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi.
DAY
2 Delhi - Agra
Morning drive to Agra (203kms / 5 hours). Relax at the hotel. Afternoon
see the Taj Mahal, the main attraction of India, and also visit
the Agra Fort, which was built principally as a military establishment
by Akbar in 1565, in red sandstone, and was partially converted
into a palace during Shah Jahan's time.
DAY
3 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Bharatpur - Jaipur
Proceed to Jaipur (221kms / 6hours) in the morning and en route
visit Fatehpur Sikri. This deserted red sandstone city, built by
Emperor Akbar, now basks in its magnificent past and also visit
Bharatpur bird sanctuary on your way to Jaipur. Upon arrival at
Jaipur check in at hotel.
DAY
4 Jaipur
In the morning, ascend the Amber Fort on elephant back. Afternoon
city tour of Jaipur will include a visit to the Hawa Mahal, Jantar
Mantar and the City Palace, the royal residence built in a blend
of Rajasthani and Mughal styles.
DAY 5 Jaipur - Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi (258 kms / 6 hours). Upon arrival transfer
to international airport. Departure.
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